Description
A vibrant sauce that combines sweet cherries with fresh herbs, ideal for marinating grilled meats or enhancing salads.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine fresh cherries, chopped parsley, olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes in a blender or food processor.
- Blend the mixture until smooth, adjusting for a chunkier texture if desired.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper as necessary.
- Use immediately as a marinade or dressing, or let it rest for 30 minutes for deeper flavor.
Notes
Cherry Chimichurri can be made ahead and stored for up to a week in the refrigerator. It also freezes well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg